Parents and educators are invited to this presentation concerning the "twice exceptional child," gifted students who learn differently or have a learning disability. Topics covered include the cognitive and emtional challenges faced by such students, how to identify learning disabilities in gifted students and how learning disabilities may affect the transition to college.
The seminar is presented by Jim Russell, Ph.D., N.C.C., L.P.C, who has studied, lectured and counseled people for more than 20 years on this topic and is a leading expert in the field.
Part of the Miriam Empowers series of workshops at Miriam School in Webster Groves. Oct. 26 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Registration is required.
More information and online registration: miriamstl.org
Join in on First Art, a free art program for toddlers where the focus is on the process of making art rather than the finished product. Dress to get messy!
Explore the Saint Louis Zoo in the evenings at the new Animals Aglow exhibit. Bring your family to experience the luminous glow of 50 towering lanterns depicting animals, plants and traditional Chinese elements. Don't miss this celebration of culture and art!
Dinoroarus is back for a limited time at the Saint Louis Zoo. This engaging attraction for all ages features 14 groupings of animatronic and stationary dinosaurs - colorful, prehistoric creatures that move realistically, some roaring and spiting or placidly munching on lush vegetation.
See the Zoo's California sea lions perform acrobatic and athletic feats, including Olympic-style dives on a high-diving platform, flipper walks, frisbee tosses and plenty of surprises. While on stage with the sea lions, the Zoo's trainers explain sea lion behavior and positive-reinforcement training, in addition to the need for conserving the sea lion's ocean habitat.
Free outdoor concerts are back at the Missouri History Museum. The May 2024 series of concerts feature favorites like Anita Jackson along with food trucks and exhibits inside the museum that are open to the public until 8 p.m. on concert nights.